Water Quality in BLACKSBURG, VA (24060)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 24060.

278

Total Violations

20

Health-Based

258

Monitoring / Reporting

274

Resolved

What does this mean?

274 of 278 violations have been resolved. 20 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 258 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 24 Population served: 16,265

Violations Detail (278 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(68)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 23Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 20Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Apr 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Apr 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Apr 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Apr 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Mar 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Mar 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Mar 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Mar 1Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 20Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Feb 11Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 14Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 14Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 14Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jan 14Resolved

2024(53)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 29Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 18Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Sep 3Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Sep 3Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Sep 3Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Sep 3Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 25Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 25Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 9Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BLACKSBURG (24060) has 278 recorded violations, including 20 health-based. 4 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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